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NEWS BRIEF: Spring, summer 2021 quarters to continue online modality
Western will adopt the same approach as fall 2020 and winter 2021 quarters, with only research and experiential classes held on-site By Sophia Pappalau In response...NEWS BRIEF: Whatcom County COVID-19 cases higher than ever
Health Department reiterates need to take precautions seriously By Lauren Gallup Whatcom County’s COVID-19 cases are higher now than at any other point during the pandemic,...It’s time to ditch the Electoral College
This dated model is counter to democracy, creates lopsided representation By Izzie Lund PUBLISHED VERSION: https://bellinghammatters.com/opinion-editorial/its-time-to-ditch-the-electoral-college/This article was produced for Journalism 497B. It may appear...Laura Wagner and Althea Frye selected as the first co-vice chairs of the AS Senate
The vote came to a 10-10 tie, leaving decision to AS Senate Pro-Tempore By Nathan Schumock For the first time at Western Washington University, the Associated...
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COVID-19 impacts students’ outfit choices
Students say that online classes have influenced their style By Sienna Boucher Fashion is how one can express themself to the world — everyday sidewalks become...Staying healthy is essential right now, no matter the method
By Phoenix Skye With the fear of contracting any sickness looming over the heads of Western students, one student is using alternative methods to improve...First-generation graduates impacted by virtual commencement
By Cameron Sires Western students set to graduate in the winter and spring will experience their ceremonies virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic. According to Paul...Artist creates ceramic breast vases with hopes to sell online
By Bailey Sytsma Ceramics artist Keely Antoon began creating her Chi Chi vase ceramic sculptures one year ago when inspired by Meegan Barnes’ sculptures of...
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NEWS BRIEF: Spring, summer 2021 quarters to continue online modality
Western will adopt the same approach as fall 2020 and winter 2021 quarters, with only research and experiential classes held on-site By Sophia Pappalau In response...NEWS BRIEF: High winds cause trees to fall on Fairhaven Complex
Fairhaven residents evacuate residence hall due to fallen tree damage By Alison Ward Several trees fell on stack 3 of Fairhaven Complex at about 8:40 p.m....COVID-19 impacts students’ outfit choices
Students say that online classes have influenced their style By Sienna Boucher Fashion is how one can express themself to the world — everyday sidewalks become...Clear leadership, student engagement moves Western forward
Transparency and student-led collaboration with Western is key to progressing toward an environmentally sustainable future. By Nick Stringer At Western Washington University, environmental sustainability is spearheaded...
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NEWS BRIEF: Whatcom County COVID-19 cases higher than ever
Health Department reiterates need to take precautions seriously By Lauren Gallup Whatcom County’s COVID-19 cases are higher now than at any other point during the pandemic,...Local leaders react to unrest in Olympia following siege of U.S. Capitol building
Washington state Democrats join growing chorus to remove Trump from office, Gov. Inslee deploys troops to Olympia By Nolan Baker After chaos and violence erupted from...Tony’s Coffee wins prestigious award
The local company made waves in a premier coffee magazine for their environmental work By Holden Predmore Tony’s Coffee has been selected as Roast...Huxley College Professor wins Living Now Book Award
Western’s Gigi Berardi has received an award for her book “FoodWISE” By Mathew Willoughby "FoodWISE,” a book written by Western environmental Professor Gigi...
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2019 Hall of Fame inductee Ben Dragavon’s life after Western
Former men’s soccer player’s hard work leads to experiences sports fanatics can only dream of By Aidan Gaffney In the 15 years since Ben Dragavon last...Catch up with former Western men’s basketball players turned pro
Professional Vikings talk friendship and transition to a new country By Aidan Gaffney It’s not every day you see a Division II school produce six professional...Storied history drive Whatcom county’s biggest rivalries
Lynden-Lynden Christian, Western-Central highlight biggest rivalries in Whatcom County By Jordan Stone Fans putting cow manure under the opposing team’s bench; fish guts under the bench...One heck of a crew
Western women’s crew has won eight national titles since 2005, including 7 straight from 2005-2011 By Jordan Stone For a rower, there is no feeling like...
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NEWS BRIEF: High winds cause trees to fall on Fairhaven Complex
Fairhaven residents evacuate residence hall due to fallen tree damage By Alison Ward Several trees fell on stack 3 of Fairhaven Complex at about 8:40 p.m....Local leaders react to unrest in Olympia following siege of U.S. Capitol building
Washington state Democrats join growing chorus to remove Trump from office, Gov. Inslee deploys troops to Olympia By Nolan Baker After chaos and violence erupted from...Want to change how much you pay on student loans?
By Kiana Doyle Student loans — the daunting subject that can strike fear in the heart of any college student — may seem at times...Study groups still happening despite remote learning
By Emily Bishop In the weeks leading up to finals, the library is usually full of students preparing for exams. However, with the closing...
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Amazon not only safe option for holiday shopping
Support local businesses to preserve richness of Bellingham community By Sadie Fick Last December, shoppers entering a store were greeted by decorated evergreens, holiday music and...Polar plunge: The best way to start 2021
Plunging into natural icy waters provides a cathartic and healthy start to the new year. By Kaleigh Carroll This New Year’s, people are likely to be...Work on changing systems instead of yourself
By Sadie Fick There’s a reason the wealthiest countries and people in the world contribute the most to climate change. Every modern convenience, from flying home...Real or fake: The great Christmas tree debate settled
Real trees can’t be beaten when it comes to their beauty and environmental impact By Kaleigh Carroll Whether you’ve been belting Christmas classics since the leaves...
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Local vigil, march for George Floyd draws hundreds, shows solidarity
By Olivia Hobson, Drew Jelinek and Kyle Tubbs A circle of listeners slowly gathered around Vernon Johnson outside the Bellingham Public Library on Friday, May...Is now too early to reopen?
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By Katya McMullen Two Western alumni living in Bellingham created a podcast about the city during the COVID-19 pandemic titled The City of Subdued Podcast The...Thrifting at home becomes the new normal
By Bella Coronado As a result of the temporary closures of big donation stores like Value Village and Goodwill, people who are passionate about thrifting...
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To prepare for the possibility of an active shooter, the Ferndale School District teamed up with 34 other agencies for an emergency simulation called Operation Green Hornet.
Operation Green Hornet is a drill created after six months of organization. Among those involved were Ferndale School District, city of Ferndale, Whatcom County Fire District Seven and the Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office....
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